20 Healthy Picnic-Friendly Recipes
Summer is the perfect time to pack a picnic and head to the local park for some family time. You can enjoy fresh air, sneak in some exercise and enjoy some tasty dishes. Make sure to pack your basket with fresh and tasty recipes using fresh produce at the season’s peak!
Picnics require dishes that are easy to make, pack well and are portable to your destination. A good cooler bag, ice packs and airtight containers are a must. Meals like sandwiches, salads and wraps are all perfect for packing.
Asian Chicken Wraps
These Asian chicken wraps are made with deli-sliced chicken, edamame, green onions and a bagged salad kit for a super simple and easy lunch.
Nutty Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad with Apples
This lightened-up chicken salad is perfect to prep on the weekend and enjoy on sandwiches, in wraps, as a salad topper or with crackers all week! Filled with celery, apples and almonds for a sweet, tangy recipe.
Easy Summer Salad
A fresh take on salad; top your favorite greens with fruit and chicken for an easy lunch idea. Stuff salad into a pita or wrap for a portable snack.
Chinese Mandarin Pasta Salad Bento Box
Classic Chinese chicken salad goes plant-based with this delicious vegan recipe packed with veggies.
Mediterranean Chopped Salad
This Mediterranean Chopped Salad is one of our go-to salads for summer. Filled with fresh ingredients like romaine lettuce, tomatoes, bell peppers, cucumber and onions, you’re sure to get your fill of fresh produce! Serve with toasted pita or add grilled chicken for a heartier salad.
Turkey Hummus Pinwheels
Trying to switch up your sandwich routine? Try rolling up your favorite sandwich toppings into a wrap and cutting into pinwheels. They’re the perfect kid-friendly food. Customize this recipe with your favorite lunchmeat, cheese, spreads and veggies!
Avocado Egg Salad Sandwich
Avocados and Greek yogurt replace mayonnaise traditionally used in egg salad for good fats and a little extra protein.
BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad
A bagged salad, leftover rotisserie chicken and a few other simple ingredients make for an easy salad.
Rainbow Veggie Wraps
Eat a rainbow with these rainbow veggie wraps! Packed with spinach, mini sweet peppers, carrots and beets with a drizzle of Ranch for a tasty lunch.
Savory Carrot & Zucchini Squares
Kids will love these bars for a yummy snack or savory dessert. They are loaded with healthy veggies like onions, carrots and zucchini. Add dried fruits or pistachios for a sweet twist.
Mediterranean Lentil Salad
Light, flavorful and packed with good-for-you ingredients like lentils, cucumber, onions, tomatoes and bell peppers, this Mediterranean Lentil Salad is the perfect summer dish. Great for a light lunch or as a side dish paired with your favorite grilled protein.
5-Ingredient Tzatziki Dip
You’re just five ingredients away from this quick and easy tzatziki recipe! Serve this dip chilled with your favorite veggies for an after-school snack or a fun party dip.
Ham, Apple & Cheese Wraps
Whether you’re packing these ham, apple and cheese wraps in a lunchbox, serving as an after-school snack or setting out at a party for an easy appetizer, this sweet and savory combination will be a hit! The sweet, crunchy apple slices pair perfectly with the savory ham and cheese for a crisp snack.
Berry Melon Bruschetta
This colorful fruity bruschetta recipe is quick to make, delicious and a perfect way to celebrate all your summertime favorites. Serve over sliced and toasted whole wheat baguette or as a salsa with tortilla chips.
Mac n Cheese Muffins
These Mac n’ Cheese Muffins are a healthy spin on a kid-favorite. Since they’re fun to eat and packed with flavor, kids won’t even know they’re filled with veggies!
Orange, Pineapple & Coconut Mocktail
Transport yourself to a hammock on the beach with one sip of this tropical mocktail. Made with coconut milk, orange juice and pineapple juice, it’s a simple, no-sugar-added beverage for your next cookout or pool party that kids and adults will love. Make a batch to serve over crushed ice or blend into a delicious smoothie.
Chocolate Chip Cherry Muffins with Walnuts
Fresh cherries, crunchy walnuts and chocolate chips give these healthier muffins tons of flavor without a lot of sugar. Made with white whole wheat flour, ripe bananas, Greek yogurt and almond milk, then lightly sweetened with maple syrup for a delicious way to use up extra cherries this summer!
Sparkling Pomegranate Lemonade
Whether you’re having a special occasion or just looking for a refreshing treat after a long day, this sparkling pomegranate lemonade is perfect. Using Meyer lemons and a splash of pomegranate juice lets you to use less sugar without the lemonade being too tart for little ones.
Very Berry Cheesecake Dip
Kids love to dip. Give them this fun berry cheesecake dip made with low-fat cream cheese and berry juice for the perfect fruit dip.
Peach Hand Pies
What better way to use peaches during peak season than turning them into these delicious hand pies? With just 3 simple ingredients, these small handheld desserts are the perfect summer treat! Let your kids in on the action by letting them cut the dough, fill and seal edges with a fork.